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Ukadiche Modak

Cultural Context

Ukadiche Modak is a traditional sweet dish from Maharashtra, India, often prepared during the festival of Ganesh Chaturthi to honor Lord Ganesha. These dumplings are made from rice flour and filled with a sweet mixture of jaggery and coconut, symbolizing prosperity and good fortune. The dish reflects the rich culinary heritage of the region and is enjoyed by many during festive occasions.

MaharashtrianINMaharashtradessert
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
2 cups rice flour
1 cup jaggery
1 cup grated coconut
1 cup water
1 teaspoon cardamom
1/4 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

jaggery

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

coconut

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: desiccated coconut

Desiccated coconut is more accessible and still provides flavor.

1

Prepare the dough by mixing rice flour and water until smooth.

2

Knead the dough until it is soft and pliable.

3

Cover the dough and let it rest for a while.

4

In a pan, heat jaggery with coconut and cardamom until melted and combined.

5

Take small portions of the dough and shape them into cups.

6

Fill each cup with the jaggery-coconut mixture and seal the edges.

7

Place the filled modaks in a steamer and steam for about 10-15 minutes.

8

Remove from the steamer and let them cool slightly before serving.

Cooking Techniques

steaming

Equipment Needed

steamermixing bowlpan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-free

Allergens

coconut

Also Known As

Steamed ModakSweet Dumplings

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